Options, options, options
… but which ones?
I’m in the process of setting up a baby registry for my mixed shower in January. Not only am I completely overwhelmed with what on earth I could possibly need to buy for the newborn, and how much I need since there are TWO of them coming, but also throw in wanting to be as “green” as possible and well, I feel like I’m running in circles with 80 Firefox tabs open at once and multiple search terms in Google for local options.
It’s not the same as dialing in to a Babies ‘R Us or a Sears when you’re dealing with essentially boutique stores that carry limited stock in comparison to the big boys.
Considering I’m due sometime in Febuary (the “due date” means nothing when you’re having multiples) this will be my obsession for the next couple of months I’m sure.
So far I’ve found a couple of great options – Kai Kids (who are having a sale on the Danforth this weekend & Kev and I have bought a couple of snugglies from already – literally a couple though which means 1 per kid ;-)) and Organic Lifestyle who have a store on Avenue Rd. I’ve found a few more which I’m adding to a dedicated page as I continue to explore, but haven’t had a chance to check them out yet.
Anyone have any other favorite retail stores in Toronto or online stores that can do registries to share?
[photo credit: Eden-lys on Flickr]
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Posted: December 3rd, 2008 under eco-shopping.
Tags: twinjas
Comments
Comment from leigh
Time December 3, 2008 at 6:27 pm
What about registering at a used kids clothing store? There is one on Bayview Ave which seems to have great stuff and you can't get more sustainable then reusing…..
Comment from EcoCityMama
Time December 3, 2008 at 7:42 pm
That's a good idea Leigh, thanks, especially for stuff like clothing that we're going to just burn through. Do you know the intersection on Bayview?
Comment from leigh
Time December 4, 2008 at 1:27 am
What about registering at a used kids clothing store? There is one on Bayview Ave which seems to have great stuff and you can't get more sustainable then reusing…..
Comment from EcoCityMama
Time December 4, 2008 at 2:42 am
That's a good idea Leigh, thanks, especially for stuff like clothing that we're going to just burn through. Do you know the intersection on Bayview?
Comment from Leigh
Time December 5, 2008 at 9:48 am
Hum..trying to remember – It’s South of Eglinton on the West side of the street (I think)….I’m not up that way often but noticed it when i passed by the other day….
Comment from JennP
Time December 9, 2008 at 7:53 am
Once Upon a Child is your friend. I still use it for Maddie all the time, especially now that she’s in daycare and needs oodles of extra clothes for all the painting and activities they do.
It’s at Bayview & Merton, and is a great option for not just clothes, but furniture and other necessities you don’t even know you need yet :)
Also try Moms to be and More which is on Bayview and Manor Rd (S of Eglinton). Pricier but great options for everything, including lots of eco friendly stuff. They have a Website too.